User manual ALESIS DM PRO SETUP GUIDE

[. . . ] . 1 Before You Begin: Check DM Pro Kit Component List Rack and Mounting Hardware Checklist . . 10 Installing DM Pro Module and Attaching Cables Install Sound Module . . 14 DM Pro Kit Setup Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Alesis DM Pro Kit. It's a complete electronic percussion system that combines Alesis' top-of-the-line DM Pro drum module with state-of-the-art drum pads, mounting hardware and connecting cables. [. . . ] Close the clamp and evenly tighten the hex nut and wing nut, providing equal pressure on both sides of Cymbal Boom. 8 DM Pro Kit Setup Guide d) Identify Crash Cymbal Pad and assemble spring collar by inserting screw end of spring collar through bottom of cymbal. e) Attach Crash Cymbal to Cymbal Boom by inserting Cymbal Boom's splined L-Mount into base of Crash Cymbal spring collar. Note: For players who prefer a softer feel and quieter performance, the DM Pro Kit includes a Rubber Cymbal Mat that can be attached to the top surface of the Crash Cymbal. Attach Ride Cymbal a) Choose a Hardware Clamp and loosen large wing nut until clamp's large opening releases. b) Loosen small wing nut and hex nut on Hardware Clamp until small opening is released. c) Identify Ride Cymbal Pad and attach to Cymbal Boom by inserting Cymbal Boom's tube end into bottom of Ride Cymbal. d) Attach Cymbal Boom to Hardware Clamp by inserting Cymbal Boom's splined L-Mount into the smaller opening of the Hardware Clamp. Close the clamp and evenly tighten the hex nut and wing nut, providing equal pressure on both sides of Cymbal Boom. Note: For players who prefer a softer feel and quieter performance, the DM Pro Kit includes a Rubber Cymbal Mat that can be attached to the top surface of the Ride Cymbal. Attach DM Pro Rack Mounting Tray a) Choose the last remaining Hardware Clamp and loosen large wing nut until clamp's large opening releases. c) Attach Rack Tray by inserting mounting tube into the smaller opening of the Hardware Clamp. Evenly tighten the hex nut and wing nut, providing equal pressure on both sides of Mounting Tray's mounting tube. Firmly tighten all wing nuts. DM Pro Kit Setup Guide 9 Prepare and Position Kick Drum Trigger J Make sure your kickdrum pedal accepts an inverted beater a) Place Kick Drum Trigger Block behind pedal. Attach your pedal's clamp to the metal L-Bracket on the Trigger Block, as you would attach it to the rim of your bass drum. b) Locate Inverted Beater that comes with your DM Pro Kit and attach it to your favorite kick drum pedal as follows: Loosen the beater clamp. c) Place your Kick Pedal and Trigger in a comfortable position. Position Hi-Hat Pedal Place beneath Hi-Hat Cymbal Pad in a comfortable position. You have now completed setup of your Rack Assembly, Pads and Cymbals. Installing the DM Pro Module and Attaching Cables The final steps for setting up the DM Pro Kit involve the DM Pro Sound Module. Install Sound Module Open the separate box containing the DM Pro Sound Module, and place the module in the Rack Mounting Tray. Attach it to the tray using the four rack screws and washers that come attached to the tray. Label Cables The DM Pro Kit comes with color-coded labels for all connector cables. These labels will make it much easier for you to connect your trigger pads to the DM Pro Sound Module. Attach matching color-coded labels to the smooth plastic cylindrical surface immediately above the metal jack at both ends of each cable. Connect DM Pro Module and Trigger Pads You are now ready to connect your DM Pro Module to the DM Pro Kit Trigger Pads. J It's important to distinguish the three Stereo Cables from the six Mono Cables. Mono Cables have a two-conductor plug, with separate Tip and Sleeve sections. Stereo Cables can be identified by their three-conductor plug, with separate Tip, Ring and Sleeve (TRS) sections. 4 10 DM Pro Kit Setup Guide Figure 3: Mono Cable Plug Figure 4: Stereo Cable Plug Begin by identifying and attaching the three Stereo Cables. Using these Stereo Cables, make the following connections: · Connect Snare Pad to the "Snare" Input jack on the back of the DM Pro · Connect Crash Cymbal Pad to the "Cymbal" Input of the DM Pro · Connect Ride Cymbal Pad to the "Ride" Input of the DM Pro Next, use the six Mono Cables to make the following connections: · Connect Kick Drum Trigger to the "Kick" Input of the DM Pro · Connect High Tom Pad to the "Tom 1" Input of the DM Pro · Connect Mid Tom Pad to the " Tom 2" Input of the DM Pro · Connect Low/Floor Tom Pad to the "Tom 3" Input of the DM Pro · Connect Hi-Hat Cymbal to the "Hat" Input of the DM Pro · Connect Hi-Hat Pedal to the "Hat Pedal" Input of the DM Pro You may use cable ties or Velcro binders to secure cables to the rack hardware, or make a "snake" by securing cables together. Ready to Play You are now ready to power up the DM Pro Module. [. . . ] During the warranty period ALESIS shall, at its sole and absolute option, either repair or replace free of charge any product that proves to be defective on inspection by ALESIS or its authorized service representative. In all cases disputes concerning this warranty shall be resolved as prescribed by law. To obtain warranty service, the purchaser must first call or write ALESIS at the address and telephone number printed below to obtain a Repair Order Number and instructions concerning where to return the unit for service. All authorized returns must be sent to ALESIS or an authorized ALESIS repair facility postage prepaid, insured and properly packaged. [. . . ]